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About Murray Sinclair Law
Dedicated to the Resolution of Environmental Disputes
Proven Legal Expertise
Decades of experience in complex environmental cases
Environmental Focus
Specialized knowledge in environmental law and regulations
Mediation Excellence
Committed to finding peaceful, mutually beneficial solutions
Practice Areas
Areas of Expertise
Environmental Litigation
- Superfund Litigation (defending and/or resolving disputes involving potentially responsible parties at major California Superfund sites such as Operating Industries Inc., the San Gabriel Valley Superfund sites, the Glendale Superfund site and BKK Landfill)
- Federal court private party cost recovery actions under CERCLA, RCRA, and related statutes
- State court actions between property owners/landlords, oil companies, gasoline service station operators
- UST Cleanup Fund matters
- Inability to pay situations
- PCE contamination caused by dry cleaners and negligent property maintenance
- Hazardous releases impacting onsite and offsite properties from manufacturing and metal plating operations
- Mold toxic tort
- Appearing before and/or communicating effectively with oversight regulatory agencies such as the U.S. EPA, the California Regional Water Quality Control Boards and the California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- The interrelationship between environmental exposure and insurance coverage
Insurance Coverage
We know the ins and outs of insurance coverage law, claims processes and the numerous nuances concerning the different types of claims and liabilities that can arise where actionable soil and groundwater contamination is either present or threatened. Specifically, we are conversant with:
- Environmental Pollution claims under CGL policies concerning historic contamination occurring decades prior to discovery
- Duty-to-Defend Liability claims
- Assignment issues where coverage has been denied
- Errors and Omissions claims against insurance brokers and other professionals (environmental consultants)
- Risk management issues necessary for settlement under newer coverages (pollution legal liability; cost cap coverage)
Our approach
Mediation: A Path to Peaceful Resolution
- Cost-effective alternative to prolonged litigation
- Preserves relationships between parties
- Faster resolution of disputes
- Confidential and private process
- Sustainable, mutually beneficial outcomes
- Expert guidance through complex issues
Philosophy
In legal matters one size doesn't fit all
While “cookie-cutter” solutions may sound attractive on some levels (particularly to those in charge of billing hours at big law firms), they have no place in reality. Every case is unique and requires that every solution also be.
Finding answers where others find only questions
That means being creative -thinking and seeing things from a different angle with a fresh perspective-and that as much as anything else is what we are known for. For more than 30 years, Murray M. Sinclair & Associates has helped clients needing inventive solutions. And we’ve provided them.
We despise compromise until it serves your best interests; at that point we embrace it.
Human Element
The perfect lawyers for people who know the difference.
There are lawyers and then, there are lawyers. We’d like to think we’re the second kind. We’re thoroughly open and approachable—keeping you up to date at every turn and letting you know what we are doing and why. We’ll never incur substantial costs or spend your money without telling you. And we never make rash decisions but rather, provide thoughtful and measured counsel.
Proof that tenacity and decency aren't mutually exclusive.
That means we’re zealous advocates and 110 percent loyal to our clients, while also adhering to the highest ethical standards in our profession. It’s a difficult balancing act but we do it—and well.
Ready to Find a Resolution?
Whether you’re facing environmental litigation or seeking mediation services, we’re here to help guide you toward a peaceful and sustainable solution. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can assist with your environmental law needs.